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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

How did Naevolus' lover react to the news that his wife was pregnant by another man? (from Satire 9)

He is confused.

He is proud.

He is irate.

He is apathetic.

2.

Which of the following men experienced a Divine blessing that nullified all of his immoral actions? (from Satire 8)

Nero.

Lateranus.

Seneca.

Orestes.

3.

Which of the following emperors was the only one who respected the muses? (from Satire 7)

Magnus.

Caesar.

Cicero.

Brutus.

4.

How did Pompey finally die? (from Satire 10)

He was decapitated.

He was poisoned.

He drowned.

He fell to his death.

5.

Which of the following facts did Juvenal NOT brag about over his dinner with Persicus? (from Satire 11)